Bringin' Home The Bacon!...Defiant Munitions TCX vs Federal Power Shok 7.62x39 AMMO Test!

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Жыл бұрын

Testing out some 7.62x39 TCX rounds from Defiant Munitions. Great hunting or self-defense ammo? How do they compare to the lead Power Shok rounds? Heavy clothing ballistic gel test using a Ruger American Ranch rifle!
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@paulanderson771 Жыл бұрын

Defiant really seemed to know the consumer. Building that round to home defense rifle lengths instead of some crazy frontier rifle length really sells the ammo.

@Mike_858 Жыл бұрын

Dude you are on fire! Pumping out so much high quality content at a steady pace is impressive - keep up the good work!

@CntBckt Жыл бұрын

Legit. He's really been dropping back to back lately.

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Appreciate that!😎👊

@defiantmunitions Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video. We appreciate your honest reviews and hard work! Our TCX X39 works incredibly on hogs and deer! We LOVE this load at Defiant!

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

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@WhiteDragonSecurity Жыл бұрын

This has us *VERY* interested in seeing tests on your 5.56 and .300blk rounds for potential duty use, out of carbine and sbr length barrels, subs and supers.

@A_Brit Жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing tools some love. He's the reason I'll be buying these rounds for myself.

@defiantmunitions Жыл бұрын

@@WhiteDragonSecurity we definitely would like to see tools test those.

@allenbolen9705 Жыл бұрын

Either one would get the job done for whitetail or boar 🐗. That defiant definitely had great expansion!

@ronaldbarnes8302 Жыл бұрын

Defiant continues to impress, and the Federal wasn’t a slouch either. Defiant for 2 legged and Federal with deeper penetration for 4 legged critters. Thanks for another nice test Tools!

@nomad155 11 ай бұрын

I would switch it. Lead free for the animals. Full lead for attackers

@Kaelland Жыл бұрын

The Defiant ammunition with its 124-grain projectile had an average 50-yard velocity of 2213 feet per second for an average 50-yard kinetic energy of 1348 energy foot pounds. The Federal ammunition with its 123-grain projectile had an average 50-yard velocity of 2205 feet per second for an average 50-yard kinetic energy of 1328 energy foot pounds. And since we have the numbers for 75 yards: The Defiant ammunition had an average V75 of 2140 for an average Ke75 of 1261. The Federal ammunition had an average V75 of 2128 for an average Ke75 of 1237.

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

The numbers!😎👊

@davidjernigan7576 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see Defiant is keeping you supplied with ammo to test.

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Definitely some cool stuff to test out.😎👍

@stevenmiller184 Жыл бұрын

It's always impressive how much more energy a rifle has over a pistol. I have a CZ 527 in 7.62 x 39. The Defiant would make a deadly deer hunting round.

@timb8970 Жыл бұрын

Honestly I can’t wait to see when you have a million plus subs because you definitely deserve it! God bless buddy!

@baconatordoom Жыл бұрын

I've been using those PPU 7.62x39 soft points you tested for hogs. It's probably one of the best rounds I've used for hog hunting.

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Those things are very impressive for the cost.😎👍

@EC-mc7vg Жыл бұрын

I also use the PPU soft points and pointed soft points for shooting hogs, have used them for a good number of years, they work great, the bonus is that they are only $13.95 a box.

@RL-RL Жыл бұрын

Both did very good on the Doppler. Both did good in the gel, but that Defiant is amazing! It seems that on all calibers Defiant is coming out on top for sure! Now that we have better choices in this caliber, guess what I will be replacing my Tula with? You get what you pay for as well. 💣🕳👍

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

That chunk of copper is nasty for sure.

@TheSkeptic000 Жыл бұрын

I will say- YOU are definitely affecting my ammo decisions. Fantastic!!!

@357mag84 10 ай бұрын

Seriously....ANY ammo I search for on YT, a video of yours pops up. Incredible job!

@FPSMurdock Жыл бұрын

Defiant Munitions is my Go to ammunition. That said the 7.62x39 124gr TCX is my favorite round. Not only is it an impressive at penetration and expansion but the accuracy is incredible. I've made some impressive shots out to 200 yards with just a red dot sight. Shots I wasn't able to make with just regular 7.62x39. Oh and great video man! Love your energy 👍

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir.😎👊

@user-vn4xi4te2u 6 ай бұрын

Where can you find Defiant ammo?

@charlesdriggers199 Жыл бұрын

I am a hunter . The defiant looks like it would do the trick, but I believe both would have no problems.

@tendraftsdeep Жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday to our great nation Tools! Too hot for us down here to get any range time, but cleaning and polishing is part of staying prepared. Hope ya'll have a great one and thanks for all the greatness

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir. I was actually on the range doing a video that I hope to get posted Tuesday if it doesn't get held up.😆

@PassivePortfolios Жыл бұрын

The Defiant had better expansion but the Federal had deeper penetration. All depends on personal preference but either one will do the job. Thanks for another great testing video.

@bigtrev761 Жыл бұрын

🇦🇺😎👍I love that caliber , too bad we don’t have semi autos down here🥲. It’s all about safety😉👍.. love those Ruger American bolt action rifles…wow nasty entry , nice 👍 … double nice…The truth contraption …wow it would be hard to remove those copper hooks… great results from both but send me the hooks any day🏁👊😎👍

@scarifrougeone7225 Жыл бұрын

Yo Tools. Good-Good stuff their my friend. You have a great set up for testing ammo. You have definite leveled up. Great to see all the different ammo speeds the the expansion, penetration and so on. Massive disruption. Defiant and Federal Rock. I applaud you for your really nice range testing set up. Keep it up. 5 Stars ⭐️. Be safe and keep on truckin!🇺🇸🇺🇸⭐️

@texastomsshavingtips6359 Жыл бұрын

I would have to pick the Defiant Munitions because of the better expansion👍🤠‼ Either would get tho job done on a wild pig, or a whitetail👍🤠🤔‼ Good video, thank you !!

@possumpopper89 4 ай бұрын

I’m picking the federal. Deeper penetration, lifted the block way higher on impact, transferred more shock to the block. And it peeled back better. Copper bullet did well though.

@lens7859 Жыл бұрын

That Defiant is amazing! Thanks for a great test again!

@Mrgunsngear Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

😎👊

@petee454 Жыл бұрын

Excellent test! I would be happy with either. It would come down to availability and if I could afford 2 1000rd cases. I love 7.62x39 and 5.45x39. Thank you again. You do an excellent, average guy real test. Thank you.

@johnnymccann5607 Жыл бұрын

iam not easy to empress with bullet expansions .you know as I do I guess you tested expansion maybe as long as me 44 years. many factory brands don't live up to expectations. that defiant ammunition expansion has totally rocked my world .I greatly enjoyed the video. Papa 😊

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

The .308 is coming soon. It left me speechless!😎👊

@milehighgimpster Жыл бұрын

That's a great test! That defiant munitions perfoms wonderfully. Thanks for the video

@SkippyTarbuckle Жыл бұрын

Definitely appreciate all these tests of late. Many of the rounds I've been interested in. Good stuff!

@jonclark8155 Жыл бұрын

Good shooting that defiant ammo is a beast. I use the barns vortex in my 9mm. Some good stuff.

@peacemaker-du4hz Жыл бұрын

defiant once again does more than the job..i cant wait to find some of these for my 2 .45s

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Definitely some wicked stuff here.

@BobWillisOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Those Defiants should work well as a deer hunting round. I might have to pick up one of those Rugers in 7.62x39. Excellent video.

@trustnot9 Жыл бұрын

Both did awesome. Great test and great video as always.

@truthhurts7836 Жыл бұрын

This video tells me I want some Defiant ammo. As always, appreciate the videos and keep them coming 👍.

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

😎👊

@rsbreeze Жыл бұрын

I like old skool lead soft point ammo in a lot of calibers for hunting...... it's worked for decades. I do shoot some premium Nosler Trophy Grade ballistic tip rifle ammo in .300 WSM and 7mm-08.

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

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@vernonbruce3722 Жыл бұрын

I like the Defiant best due to the expansion and penetration. Thank you for posting another ammo test video.

@jardinero9112 Жыл бұрын

That was very exciting big hoss. It's a perfect example of why the 7.62x39 round, is a big favorite of so many. Not to mention the AK platform. Thanks again my friend.

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir. Definitely a thumper.

@30rdMAGA-vl9ul Жыл бұрын

This is definitely one of the most informative and useful KZfaq gun channels there are!

@paulscountry456 Жыл бұрын

Love that cartridge, good speed on those for sure.

@vcrudelejr Жыл бұрын

Both would be great for deer & pig hunting. The copper slug is truly impressive. Shooting in the Ruger American, that caliber is an excellent choice for young hunters. Mild recoil and keep the shots in close. Well done Sir. 👍🦌

@YellowHammer26 Жыл бұрын

👍👍another great test and very good ammo performance.Appreciate the test Tools

@kenworland1865 Жыл бұрын

The Defiant folks are putting out some gold!!! Copper gold!!! 👊👍

@alaricowen8760 Жыл бұрын

Thanks again 'Tool' Great demo and to further it, I'd go for the Defiant. I've used federal classic in the past with favorable results

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir.😎👊

@jkng4606 Жыл бұрын

The good old smoke gets in my eye jelly test

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@motobator1895 Жыл бұрын

Cant wait to see & buy up some Defiant in the stores! Way to go! 👍

@Bob-lq9ys Жыл бұрын

Great test and both did a good job, the defiant won that one by a long shot with the expansion. Keep up the great work!

@John_Redcorn_ Жыл бұрын

Id stick with the Federal. Save some $$

@RamPatriot Жыл бұрын

Good test and shooting. Think I need some Defiant.

@hoosierplowboy5299 Жыл бұрын

Satisfying to see the tested velocity matched the claimed velocity on the box. Good test for both, but the Defiant is awesome...

@rjw261984 Жыл бұрын

Great work Tools! Both did really well. 🇺🇸

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir. Hope you have a good 4th!😎👊

@BWSlate Жыл бұрын

That defiant is extremely impressive.. wow. Would definitely pick up a few boxes of those if I had a 762, hell, might just get a box anyway 😆

@richarde735 Жыл бұрын

you’re gettin’ fancy with the new chrono, rifle sled and bench! looks great and your videos are awesome!

@scottodonahoe9505 Жыл бұрын

That copper round might be my next favorite . It's gonna take a lot for it to knock out my favorite steel cores ! I like my SKS to punch stuff and that looks like it's got it !

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

It was some tough stuff for sure.😎👊

@glowplugs Жыл бұрын

Another awesome video very informative Those defiant ammo are top performers

@riflemaster1 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I loved it. I used to have a sks in the same caliber and reloaded for that cal that I s great performance makes me I never would of sold it

@doyleblackwell661 Жыл бұрын

Great test. Love the defiant rounds

@tonyrebel63 Жыл бұрын

Man all I can say is Happy 4th you bring joy to this channel. I love how you do what you do boss. Stay safe out there on the range.

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Appreciate that, brother! Same to you!

@bobg.8954 Жыл бұрын

Great video T. That 7.62x39 is just evil. The defiant is a Mutha! Really enjoyed this test!

@frankbrowning328 Жыл бұрын

GREAT TEST!!! Really enjoyed this one/ Having it at 50 yards was a great idea. Drives me crazy when others test rifle cartridges at 10-20 feet. I've used the Federal load in many, many Ak-47's, several SKS's and also my CZ527 and it has always been the most consistent and accurate load I have found. However, I have not yet tried the Defiant load which looks especially impressive. I think they're both great rounds. I'd say to use whichever is appropriate for the penetration required for that application

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir. Got a good .308 one coming end of this week.😎👊

@yuvgotubekidding Жыл бұрын

Jumping jelly blocks Tools, those Defiant Munitions rounds are gnarly. 👌👍👊🇺🇸😁

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Yeah they are!😆

@GlennCJudah Жыл бұрын

Thanks T&T ! And thanks Defiant ! That DM ammunition is just brutal! Not that the Federal wouldn’t take care of issues, but….

@vernonbruce3722 Жыл бұрын

Good to see you again.

@brando104 7 ай бұрын

I love how 762.39 testing you do thank you for that for someone pretty much only shoots 762 its nice to have some good data

@ElainesDomain Жыл бұрын

Defiant makes good .380 ammo? I think I need some. Thanks to Defiant and our Tool Guy.

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

One of the only expanders in .380 that open up really big and still hit that 12" minimum.

@timg7627 Жыл бұрын

Nice work. Super interesting. That Ruger American in 7.62x39 is a nice little rifle.

@palmettocynic8482 11 ай бұрын

Piggy Popper jelly time. That needs to be trademarked! And who does jelly tests at realistic distances? Oh wait...you do. Great stuff as usual.

@RimfireAddicted70 Жыл бұрын

Both looked to be good hog or deer rounds. The defiant is just crazy expanded, excellent wound channel!

@brandiwynter Жыл бұрын

I don't own a 7.62x39 but if I did it looks like I'd be loading it with the Defiant ammo. Now I have to go back and see if there's a video with .223/5.56 Defiant that I missed or have forgotten about. I've got too many different calibers and ammo types to keep track of lol. That Defiant was impressive!

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Haven't done any testing with their .223 so far.

@wandahelmer1038 Жыл бұрын

I liked both, nicely, but the Federal has put the food in the freezer for me, many times over. I guess I will need to try the Defiant.

@user-nr2lh5vd3v Жыл бұрын

GREAT TEST!!!! I would be happy to use both of these loads. The Federal would be awesome for hunting. But the Defiant would have excellent quick expansion for smaller bodies like a broad side deer. I personally would hunting with the Federal and use the Defiant as a self defense load.

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir.😎👊

@steelpunisher6944 Жыл бұрын

Wow! I will be checking out some Defiant tonight! That was impressive. I’d love to take some different calibers in the woods with me this season. That Federal did great too. Very cool of them to supply some ammo to test. That shows confidence in their product. Awesome stuff as always 👍🇺🇸

@defiantmunitions Жыл бұрын

4th of July sales code is DEFIANT for 17.76% off! 🇺🇸

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Definitely some good stuff. More on the way.😎👊

@steelpunisher6944 Жыл бұрын

@@defiantmunitions …. That is music to ears. Thank you for the heads up 👍🇺🇸

@leroycaudill96 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tools great test.

@angelavila8722 Жыл бұрын

Mans keeps pumping out these jelly tests and ima keep watching these jelly tests.

@JimD410 Жыл бұрын

Best firearms & ammo channel on KZfaq.

@kimness7796 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!!! What's not to like here? Pick the cheaper or more available one.

@EC-mc7vg Жыл бұрын

The Defiant ammo was indeed impressive, at 50 yards, but at 50 bucks a box it won't be my hog killing round. I could certainly see having a dedicated home defense AR pistol dialed in with those for sure though or for deer hunting. But I wonder how far down range enough speed will be lost to where the solid copper won't expand. Test it out for us maybe??? The Federal is expensive for just a soft point at 30 bucks a box, but did well in the test. At $13.95 a box I'm still using the PPU 123 grain soft points and pointed soft points for killing Texas hogs and it does a fine job. Would not hesitate to use the PPU as a defense round either. Another good video with good real world data, thanks Tools.

@timshelley8635 Жыл бұрын

Great test and good job! Defiant is awesome again!

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir.😎👊

@LuckyDog350X Жыл бұрын

That expanded Defiant projectile was wicked beasty looking. I guess in this case you really do get what you pay for. Have a good one brother see you on the next one.

@defiantmunitions Жыл бұрын

Yes sir. Thank you. Happy Independence 🇺🇸

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir.😎👊

@sammyprestwood3182 Жыл бұрын

That's some powerful ammunition those 763x39 hit with some force thanks for the video

@cgsimons1187 Жыл бұрын

Defiant Munitions seems to cut the penetration down to make it closer to ideal for a man size target. The expansion on that bullet is impressive. If the problem is larger than man, perhaps the Federal is more suitable.

@airair862 Жыл бұрын

7.62×51❤ HORNADU -Superformance -150gr Test👍

@alm9951 Жыл бұрын

Another cool one. Im looking closely at defiant munitions now. They seem real good lately.

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

They definitely have it figured out. I have some pretty mean .308 and a couple other things coming from them soon.😎👍

@curtk8130 Жыл бұрын

Both did great! Both would be great rounds for hogs or deer. Gonna check out defiant that round was nasty!

@myglide58 Жыл бұрын

Gotta give credit to Defiant, you can not ask for any better performance than that!

@choppermike3329 Жыл бұрын

Great test Tools. Those are both effective rounds but you can't deny Defiance. Excellent expansion. Nice to see the stats they put on the box too. Great company. Have a great, safe Independence Day!💥😎💥

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir. You too!😎👊

@defiantmunitions Жыл бұрын

Thank you. You as well 🇺🇸

@TransformersHoarder Жыл бұрын

I might have to pick up some Defiant in 300 Blackout

@Dwayne7834 Жыл бұрын

I’m liking the copper bullet the best . Both should take a deer or hog. I have taken deer with the TSX Barnes copper bullets and they do a good job.Thanks for the video.

@johnparker9139 Жыл бұрын

That’s my deer rig. I started to use that set up for deer damage tags in the summer, bc it’s cheap and accurate!!!! I use the PPU pointed soft point 123 grain. Most my shots are head and neck bc the beans hide the bodies usually. It shoots so well, I just use it to hunt to. Usually under 200 yards max

@jamescreek1319 Жыл бұрын

I am an ar15 man but I also love the Russian firearms I have an old sks and it’s fun to shoot so I still have a lot of 7.62/39 for it and I am now getting into buying a couple of AK47 rifles for my collection the price of ammunition is getting crazy and I don’t get to the range as often as I would like but it seems like there’s more 7.62/39 ammunition available to purchase so I can get into some AK47 stuff now thanks for the great videos

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir. I luckily got into AK's just before the ammo prices went through the roof and The Russian import ban happened.

@BravoJulietAlpha Жыл бұрын

Outstanding as always. Could you possibly do some testing on 300 blk supers?

@geraldblackburn4883 Жыл бұрын

Defiant, I am glad I watched this video.

@davidalderman7776 Жыл бұрын

Love the 7.62x39 hunting round. I have a CZ Carbine that would love those. SOLD!! Nice video

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir.😎👊

@MaxWray111 10 ай бұрын

Thank you. Finally a gel test a distance resembling a real hunting situation, instead of under 10 yards. Sure they look impressive, but how often do people really get a shot at a deer that close? It's nice to get an idea of what will happen if you actually use it.

@garrettschienschang4399 Жыл бұрын

Great video I think both would be decent options. With the increased penetration, if I were to hunt with that caliber, I would stick with the soft points.

@bobborlog1677 Ай бұрын

Barnul 123 grain soft point and tulammo 154 grain soft point are usually my go to hunting rounds but these 2 are another great option .

@jeffreybean5363 Жыл бұрын

Great Ammo test Tools both did very well.👊🇺🇸

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir.😎👊

@Drknow-mx1fj Жыл бұрын

Wow 😍 thanks for sharing mr tools happy 4th to you and everyone reading here be safe y’all

@jmichaelcarbonniere9549 Жыл бұрын

Another great test Brian! Peter Pi definitely has a winner with his TCX bullet! Absolutely devastating! Hopefully as time goes by and sales go up the price might drop a bit but as it, it's not like I need a thousand of them (although it would be nice!). The Federal did pretty well itself but the TCX... Wow! Cheers, jc

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

They definitely have the copper down pat. 😎👊

@theoriginalOSOK 3 ай бұрын

Good vid - I would be very happy to hunt with either one of these. Ditto for anti personnel use. Two good rounds. Thanks!

@MrSumGuns Жыл бұрын

I would pick the defiant for sure! Great video as always thanks!

@ToolsandTargets Жыл бұрын

Appreciate that, my friend!😎👊

@nomad155 11 ай бұрын

Would like to see you do TUI FORT SCOTT MUNITIONS/MAXIM DEFENSE compared to HP steel case 7.62x39. wanna see if it's really a gimmick or not.

@jamesmikesell5458 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Wow I would use either but the defiant is # 1

@MartyKreifels-te6wh 5 ай бұрын

Can you do the expansion test again at 100 or 150 yards? close expansion is great but the energy drop off starts at about that range for this round and copper will not be able to expand as well. The defiant munitions looks great as a hunting round if it can maintain expansion at range.